Magic Space.. .. a mobile word of sensory exploration
Sensory therapy is proven to be beneficial for people with learning disabilities and complex needs. Welcome to Magic Space - using new advancements in technology it creates sensory experiences in a virtual environment, and putting it on wheels so that we can take it anywhere we need – it’s magic!
Magic Space is a concept that we have been working on for several years. In 2020, the Covid pandemic and the need to shield vulnerable people in our care meant that access to traditional sensory therapies ceased. The need for Magic Space became even more apparent and in September 2020, The National Lottery (as part of the Covid Response Fund) granted the funding for the first Magic Space. Between then and December 2020, Magic Space was designed and coach-built to our specification and was delivered to us in January 2021.
Combining technology and traditional sensory experiences to provide:
Staff and the people we support all said that Magic Space was “phenomenal” and “a game-changer”.
During the next few months will be developing the service and expanding the reach of beneficiaries.
Please check back for updates shortly. In the meantime, if you require any further information, please email: enquiries@sjog.org.uk
